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GX51 RDZ

2001 Honda CB500

Red Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

45,056 mi
Last recorded45,056 miles
Recorded on5 May 2015
Typical for 2001 Honda CB50025,233 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX51 RDZ
MakeHonda
ModelCB500
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2015 45,056 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 1 May 2015 45,055 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 Apr 2014 42,419 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 38,737 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2012 37,082 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 34,313 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 30,352 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2009 25,953 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 21,532 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2007 16,959 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2007 16,954 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 1 Feb 2006 10,385 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB500?

Based on 77,271 MOT tests across 7,190 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
1,106
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
7,190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,526
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,227
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,110
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 808
Drive chain excessively loose 572
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GX51 RDZ is a 2001 Honda CB500 in Red with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 Honda CB500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 25,233 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CB500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 1,526 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX51 RDZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB500 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 25 years old, this Honda CB500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GX51 RDZ registered?

GX51 RDZ is a 2001 Honda CB500, first registered on 2 November 2001.

Is GX51 RDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX51 RDZ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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